2013 New Zealand 1 oz Silver Maori Art Koru Proof
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Coin Highlights:
- Contains 1 oz of .999 fine Silver.
- Comes with a box and a certificate of authenticity.
- Mintage of 2,000 coins.
- Obverse: Likeness of Queen Elizabeth II surrounded by her name, the date and "New Zealand".
- Reverse: Features an intricate design features the Koru and rauponga beautifully engraved with three-dimensional relief, giving the coins incredible depth and dimension. The depiction of The Mahuta contains striking contrasts between the frosted Koru and the polished background.
This unique coin would make a great gift or perfect addition to any collection. Add this 1 oz Proof Silver Maori Art coin to your cart today!
The Maori legend is as follows: In the beginning there was no sky, no sea, no earth and no gods. There was only darkness, only Te Kore, the Nothingness. The very beginning was made from nothing. From this nothingness, the primal parents of the Maori came, Papatuanuku, the Earth mother and Ranginui, the Sky father.
Papatuanuku and Ranginui came together, embracing in the darkness, and had 70 male children. These offspring became the gods of the Maori. However, the children were locked in their parents embrace, in eternal darkness, and yearned to see some light. They eventually decided that their parents should be separated, and had a meeting to decide what should be done.
They vowed to separate their parents in order to see the light of day, but none could accomplish such a feat. The coin shows Tane-Mahuta, the god of man and forests at long last separating Papatuanuku and Ranginui, creating the world of light.
The Koru, a symbol used to represent creation in Maori art, is founded on the form of an unrolling fern leaf. Its circular shape is suggestive of eternal movement with an eventual reversion to the original point. In essence, the Koru represents the phenomenon of an ever-changing life that manages to somehow remain the same in many regards.
Posted By:panama
From:mo
Date:Sep 16, 2015
2013 New Zealand 1 oz Silver Maori Art Koru Proof, this is my second one I bought.
- Pros
- Value (low premium over spot)
- Attractive Design
- Collectible (lower mintage)
- Easy to Sell
- Mint Condition
- Recognized Brand
- Bottom Line
- Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
Posted By:panama
From:mo
Date:Sep 10, 2015
2013 New Zealand 1 oz Silver Maori Art"A good buy with a low premium Koru Proof
I have been going back and forth on this coin. I should have bought it at 100 dollar mark. It is my favorite coin. You will not be sorry getting this coin.
- Pros
- Value (low premium over spot)
- Attractive Design
- Collectible (lower mintage)
- Easy to Sell
- Bottom Line
- Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
Posted By:christylaree
From:St. Louis, MO
Date:Aug 31, 2015
Posted By:Fonce Soul
From:Cape Fear, NC
Date:Aug 27, 2015
Like other reviews, I saw this while browsing and but didn't purchase it right away. The price being the main factor in my hesitation. I really liked the coin and was impressed with the design. So, I kept it in my wishlist and had added it to five orders then removed it at check out because I couldn't justify the cost over spot. Finally I gave in and pulled the trigger. When it arrived it was not a disappointment in any way. It comes in a well designed box that's a work of Koru art in and of itself. The coin is a fantastic piece and I go to it as my show piece over other much more collectible coins. I wish I had order this coin much sooner. My only fear is that I'd like to have it graded and it would upset me if such a beautiful coin was graded any less than perfect. Because in my eye it is the perfect coin. That being the case I intend to purchase more on my next run and try my luck with NGC. Whether or not this coin becomes one of the great collectibles, I must say it is by far my favorite and will hold great value to me regardless. APMEX, flawless transaction like always!
- Pros
- Attractive Design
- Collectible (lower mintage)
- Easy to Sell
- Mint Condition
- Bottom Line
- Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
Posted By:NEinVA
From:Central VA
Date:Mar 3, 2015
Purchased this coin as a memento of our trip to New Zealand and the coin is as beautiful as the country. A lot of thought was put into the presentation also making the whole package a great buy.
- Pros
- Mint Condition
- Collectible (lower mintage)
- Attractive Design
- Bottom Line
- Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
Posted By:Gardner
From:SLC, UT
Date:Feb 9, 2015
While browsing the site this coin caught my eye. I kept coming back to it. It had a grip on my imagination. After a lot of consideration I decided to purchase this coin. When I got it and opened the package I was not disappointed. It is beyond my expectations.
- Pros
- Collectible (lower mintage)
- Attractive Design
- Mint Condition
- Bottom Line
- Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
Posted By:Thomson
From:Hometown ohio
Date:Sep 29, 2014
Noticed this coin browsing, wanted something different. Must say once you see it , awesome,!! Apmex as always, great service customer service and quality! Apmex is the best I have dealt with.
- Pros
- Collectible (lower mintage)
- Mint Condition
- Attractive Design
- Bottom Line
- Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
Posted By:Dick
From:Monterey, Ca
Date:Jan 16, 2014
When I saw this coin online, I thought it looked cool, but when I opened the box and saw it in person, I was speechless. The detail is amazing, in perfect condition, the collector's box was in great condition, and it had its COA and number. The coin I received happened to be #255 out of 2,000. With that low of mintage, in a few years, its worth is bound to increase.
- Pros
- Unique
- Attractive Design
- Mint Condition
- Collectible (lower mintage)
- Bottom Line
- Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
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